Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence

Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Loving
Familiar
Lively
Spirited

Greater Swiss Rottweilers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Pinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Rottweiler

rattenfanger

Unknown

1600s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown

Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Blue

Greater Swiss Rottweilers have medium-length coats.

German Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Greater Swiss Rottweiler can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A German Pinscher can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Greater Swiss Rottweiler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

German Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Lymphoma

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Congenital Heart Defect

Entropion
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Cataracts

Eyes
X-Rays
Blood Tests
Hips and Elbows

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests

Greater Swiss Rottweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Pinscher has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Greater Swiss Rottweilers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Pinschers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Hanging out, Boat ride, Walk, Road trip

Walking, Petting, Running, Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Hike

Greater Swiss Rottweilers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Pinschers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Greater Swiss Rottweiler, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Greater Swiss Rottweilers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most German Pinschers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Rottweiler is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a German Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Rottweiler is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Greater Swiss Rottweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

German Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Greater Swiss Rottweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

German Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Greater Swiss Rottweilers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

German Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.